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July 25, 2024 | Category:
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Unisa launches unique digital humanities initiative
The institution’s College of Human Sciences recently launched its ground-breaking Advancing African Digital Humanities Project. Funded by the Department of Higher Education and Training’s University Capacity Development Programme, the project aims to equip both staff and students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of African digital humanities.
July 19, 2024 | Category:
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Mental health among men in the workplace needs more attention
Dr Daniel Letsoalo from Unisa's Department of Psychology says that it is important for organisations to recognise and create a safer space for men to share their problems in the workplace, and that the stigma of men perceived as weak when seeking professional help should be ended.
July 19, 2024 | Category:
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Majikijela - a queer scholar raising homosexuality awareness through his work
Through his research, Unisan Lwando Majikijela highlights significant shifts in the expression of sexuality and gender performativity within black township spaces in mining areas, emphasising the origins of much queer heritage from these communities.
June 26, 2024 | Category:
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From trolley collector to media guru: Ngcayisa's journey of lifelong learning
Renowned media personality, entrepreneur and two-time Unisa graduate, Luphumlo Ngcayisa, affectionately known as Lupi, shares how Unisa's ODeL model helped him achieve his academic goals while working in various public and private industries.
June 18, 2024 | Category:
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Boost for linguistic diversity as staff become conversant with additional languages
Unisa's Language Unit recently issued certificates to 90 staff members after they successfully completed courses in basic communication skills in a number of indigenous languages as part of the university’s drive to promote functional multilingualism in the workplace.
June 12, 2024 | Category:
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Unisa expert speaks out about child murders in South Africa
Prof Nokuthula Mazibuko from the Department of Sociology shares her thoughts on child murders in South African and how traumatic parent-child experiences may have a profound impact on establishing and reinforcing a child's identity and purpose in life.
June 11, 2024 | Category:
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Unisan making trailblazer moves in sports psychology
In the world of psychology and sports, Dr Koketjo Tsebe stands out as a remarkable individual whose contributions continue to inspire many. Her interest in sports psychology was sparked during high school when she first learned about the discipline. This initial curiosity led her to pursue extensive research, mentorship and postgraduate studies, enabling her to delve deeply into the intricacies of sports psychology.
June 10, 2024 | Category:
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Towards a unified approach to language preservation and accessibility
Unisa recently hosted a transformative event under the theme "Preserving Languages: Open, Free and Accessible Knowledge for All", which brought together experts to advance the use of South African languages through innovative collaborations.
June 04, 2024 | Category:
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Visionary alumna uses education to defeat the physical odds
A dedicated, persistent and self-driven Unisa alumna, Wilmarie Pekeur, asserts that when she lacked the resources and was not emotionally and physically fit to attend a residential university due to her visual impairment, Unisa's accessible open and distance e-learning model made it possible for her to pursue her studies.